Gun Buyback Event Offering Cash/iPads In Rockland

In an effort to get guns off the streets, a Rockland County Police department is hosting a gun buyback program.

Clarkstown Police along with the State Attorney's Office is hosting a gun buyback event.
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06/29/2021 7:30 a.m.

The Clarkstown Police, in collaboration with the State Attorney General Letitia James and the Rockland County District Attorney’s Office, will be hosting a community gun buyback on Wednesday, June 30, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

To turn in a gun, they must be unloaded and in a plastic or paper bag or box in the trunk of your vehicle, said Detective Norman Peters with the Clarkstown Police.

There is no limit to the number of firearms allowed to be turned in.

Here are the amounts being given for guns, according to police:

Assault rifles: $250
Handgun: $150
Rifle or shotgun: $75
Non-working antique guns: $25

Those who turn in a working handgun or assault rifle will also receive an iPad. One iPad per person.

Note: Licensed gun dealers, active or retired law enforcement are not eligible.

The buyback will be held at East Spring Valley Fire District, 62 Overlook Blvd, Nanuet.

For more information, call 914-422-8755.

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